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Bhajan Clubbing Row Ignites BJP-Congress Political Clash
- •A new political confrontation has emerged between the BJP and Congress.
- •BJP leaders are questioning Congress leaders over remarks concerning India’s civilizational and cultural heritage.
- •The political exchange has also brought electoral performance and accountability into focus.
- •The controversy coincides with a separate debate over PM Narendra Modi’s participation in a “Bhajan Clubbing” program in Delhi on September 25.
- •Modi attended the event marking Deendayal Upadhyaya’s 110th birth anniversary, which combined devotional music with a contemporary setting.
Key Questions Answered
A political confrontation erupted after Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for attending a 'Bhajan Clubbing' program in Delhi instead of answering questions about accountability. In response, BJP spokesperson CR Kesavan accused the Congress of mocking and insulting India’s civilizational and cultural heritage of 'Bhajan and Bhakti'.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a 'Bhajan Clubbing' program in Delhi at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Park, which marked the 110th birth anniversary of Bharatiya Jana Sangh leader Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya. At the event, which combined devotional music with a contemporary format, Modi was seen listening to devotional songs, clapping, and playing a tambourine-like instrument.
Priyak Kharge claimed on social media that while the Prime Minister has ample time for celebrations like 'Bhajan Clubbing', he has no time to address serious questions concerning democracy and the Election Commission. He argued that a familiar pattern exists where the Prime Minister remains absent and silent when difficult accountability questions are raised.
